Epidemiological and clinical characteristics of children with confirmed COVID-19 infection in a tertiary referral hospital in Manila, Philippines.

Rhanee Lota-SalvadoJay Ron PaduaKristal An AgrupisGreco Mark MalijanAna Ria SayoShuichi SuzukiGrace Devota GoChris Smith

Published in: Tropical medicine and health (2023)

Children of all ages remain susceptible to COVID-19 infection, and usually present with mild or moderate symptoms. In this study, many adolescents are affected, highlighting the value of COVID-19 vaccination in this age group. Understanding the clinical features of COVID-19 in Filipino children is essential to identifying and optimally managing those at highest risk of severe disease.

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